Dr. Ziad Khoueir
MD
- Visiting Consultant Ophthalmologist in Adult Glaucoma and Cataract surgery
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Brief Introduction
Dr. Ziad is a visiting Consultant ophthalmologist specialising in adult glaucoma and cataract surgery at Moorfields Eye Hospital Dubai in Dubai Healthcare City. He has more than 10 years of regional and international experience, with advanced clinical and research training across Lebanon, France and the United States.
Areas of Expertise
- Adult glaucoma
- Cataract surgery
- Minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS)
- Glaucoma lasers
- Optical coherence tomography imaging in glaucoma
Qualifications
- Medical degree from Saint-Joseph University, Beirut, Lebanon
- Ophthalmology residency at Hôtel-Dieu de France Hospital, Lebanon
- Glaucoma Subspecialty Diploma from the European Board of Ophthalmology
- Postdoctoral Clinical and Research Fellowship at the Glaucoma Institute, UPMC-Sorbonne University, Paris, France
- Postdoctoral Clinical and Research Fellowship at Massachusetts Eye and Ear Infirmary, Harvard Medical School, Boston, USA
Professional Affiliations
- Co-Chair of the Associate Advisory Board of the World Glaucoma Association
- Member of the Associate Advisory Board of the International Society of Glaucoma Surgery
Research & Academic Work
- Associate Director of the Glaucoma Division at Beirut Eye & ENT Specialist Hospital, Lebanon
- Clinical Instructor and Lecturer at Saint-Joseph University Medical School, Beirut, Lebanon
- Research Collaborator at the Mayo Clinic Department of Ophthalmology, Jacksonville, Florida, USA
- Published more than 35 research papers and book chapters on glaucoma
- Invited to lecture and present his work at regional and international meetings in more than 20 countries
- Research focused on innovative approaches to glaucoma diagnosis and management, including minimally invasive glaucoma surgery (MIGS), glaucoma laser treatments and Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT) imaging
Services Provided by Dr. Ziad Khoueir
Adult & Paediatric Glaucoma
About Glaucoma in Adults and Children
Glaucoma is a group of eye conditions that damage the optic nerve, which connects the eye to the brain and plays a vital role in vision.
It is commonly associated with increased pressure inside the eye, although glaucoma can also develop when eye pressure is within the normal range. While damage caused by glaucoma cannot usually be reversed, early diagnosis, the right treatment and regular monitoring can help protect your remaining vision and reduce the risk of further loss.
Glaucoma can sometimes develop without noticeable symptoms, particularly in its early stages and can affect both adults and children. The causes, signs and treatment approach may differ depending on age and the type of glaucoma.
Adult cataract
About Cataracts
A cataract is a condition where the eye’s natural lens becomes cloudy, reducing the amount of light that reaches the retina. This clouding can result in blurred or hazy vision and, in more severe cases, lead to vision impairment or loss of sight. People with cataracts often find that colours appear less vibrant, and everyday activities like reading, driving, or recognising faces become more difficult. Cataracts typically develop slowly over time, and the early stages might not be noticeable until vision problems begin to interfere with daily life.
